What You Need to Do to Apply
First, you need to figure out if you’re eligible for unemployment benefits. You usually qualify if you’ve lost a substantial amount of income through no fault of your own. This includes workers on furlough as well as employees whose hours have been reduced and even people who have quit their jobs due to a fear of being exposed to the coronavirus.
Next, gather all the paperwork you’ll need to make your claim. This includes things like your social security number, identification (such as your driver’s license), the contact details for your company, the date you started and finished working at the company, your reason for leaving, your own contact information, and your bank details. It is also useful to gather your pay stubs for the past year.
Lastly, head to your state’s unemployment website to find out the specific requirements for its unemployment insurance program. Choose the state where you worked rather than where you live, if these are different.
